Fusion hotel on the Hozugawa River
The start-up route and gateway of the Suiran Hotel suggest that this is a traditional ryokan. Historic buildings – including a former summer residence dating back to 1899 – have indeed long served as ryokan for dignitaries. In recent years, the buildings have been beautifully restored and modernised into a luxurious, contemporary hotel. Many original elements were preserved, and contribute to the authentic character of Suiran Hotel.
The fusion style can also be found in the rooms and suites. You can choose from a sleek design with subtle colour accents, or an almost traditional interior, including tatami mats and paper shoji sliding panels. However, the comfort of the seats and beds is adapted to Western standards, so you can enjoy 'the best of both worlds' here.
The location on the Hozugawa River is particularly picturesque. You are on the outskirts of the city, but the culture of Kyoto is also within reach. For example, you are just minutes away from the beautiful Tenryu-ji temple, one of 17 sites in Kyoto that have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's as simple as your exploration of this city of culture!
Tips & tops from Suiran Hotel:
- 39 rooms and suites in different classes, spread over three floors. Seventeen luxury suites feature a private open-air onsen, filled with lovely warm water from Arashiyama's natural springs.
- Most rooms offer a generous view of the river and the Arashiyama hills,and some rooms feature a private zen garden.
- Restaurant Kyo-Suiran offers a particularly characterful décor, with lots of wooden ornaments and original log prints. Here you can enjoy classic Japanese cuisine, such as teppanyaki dishes. For the youngest guests there is a special European children's menu.
- Sample an exclusive cocktail here, such as the Sagano: a mix of fresh yuzu and shiso with the smoky aroma of japanese oak barrels of matured whisky.
- For smaller dishes, visit the Saryo Hassui Café,in the building frequently visited by poets and writers during the last century.
- From the hotel you can walk or cycle. Several parks are located just next to Suiran Hotel, offering beautiful panoramas of the river. Through the parks you reach the famous Bamboo Groves. For a more relaxing getaway, you can also get into a rickshaw!
- The location on the outskirts of the city is also a convenient starting point for the Sagano Scenic Railway,a boat ride through the Arashiyama Valley, or a city tour by boat.
